6 passengers injured in Abuja-Kaduna train derailment – NSIB
Story by Susan Mbamah
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has confirmed that at least six passengers were injured after a train traveling to Kaduna derailed on Tuesday. The incident occurred at KM 49, between Kubwa Station and Asham Station.
In a statement, the Director of Public Affairs and Family Assistance for the NSIB, said that while six people sustained injuries, no fatalities have been recorded.
A team has been deployed to the site to collect evidence, speak with witnesses, and begin an investigation into the cause of the derailment.
“Current information available indicates that six persons sustained injuries, and no recorded fatalities.
A go-team has been deployed to the site to gather evidence, engage relevant stakeholders, and commence an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident,” the statement read.
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The NSIB expressed its sympathy to those injured and offered support to all affected passengers.
The investigation will focus on identifying the “direct and underlying factors that led to the derailment” to issue safety recommendations and prevent a similar incident in the future.
The Director General of NSIB, Captain Alex Badeh, also commented on the incident. “We deeply sympathise with all who sustained injuries.
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The Bureau has deployed investigators to the site to ensure the root cause of this derailment is uncovered,” he said. “Our commitment is to ensure safer rail transport for Nigerians through a transparent and independent investigation.”
The bureau assured the public that it will provide updates as the investigation moves forward.
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